What Is an Adjective? | Definition, Types & Examples

Definition of an adjective

The simple definition of an adjective.

Adjectives are modifiers that modify nouns and pronouns. We mostly use adjectives to show quality, quantity, number, shape, and size.

  • A long road.                                                      
  • The black cat.
  • The white car.
  • A new building.
  • An old airplane.
  • The man is ill.
  • She is a nice person.

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